Ub40

Born in late-70s Birmingham, UB40 shaped a reggae sound with dub touches and a strong social edge. Early albums Signing Off and Present Arms set that template, then the Labour of Love series turned to covers from the 60s and 70s, opening a more melodic, pop-leaning chapter that continued with Promises and Lies. Upfront brass, steady mid-tempo grooves and a blend of originals and reworks have stayed at the core ever since.

On 9 June 2026 at Connexin Live, Hull, UB40 brings this catalogue to the stage. After years of line-up changes, the group tours with long-standing members alongside newer voices, drawing from every era of its history. A live set typically moves from the politically charged early cuts to the Labour of Love selections and later material, carried by tight rhythms, warm horns and an unhurried pulse. A clear snapshot of the band’s path from grassroots shows to wider audiences, without losing the reggae backbone that started it all.